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KPCC Chief Doubts Lapses In Electoral Rolls, Demands Corrective Measures From Elections Commission

In a complaint to the Chief Election Commissioner, Karnataka State Election Commission, Bengaluru, Shivakumar, also the president of Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) drew the attention of the Election Commission stating a significant number of genuine voters have been removed from the rolls without due notice or verification.

Deccan Chronicle 18 Feb 2026 2:40 am

Modi, Macron launch H125 helicopter assembly line

India and France are deepening their strategic ties with a new helicopter assembly line in Karnataka and a potential multi-billion dollar Rafale jet deal. Prime Minister Modi highlighted the nations' shared trust and commitment to manufacturing and exporting advanced technology.

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 2:36 am

Bengaluru was my gateway to the world: Vilas Nayak

The Times of India 18 Feb 2026 12:00 am

Binkadakatti Zoo shut to contain deadly bacterial disease

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:47 pm

Bagalkot initiates cash awards for toppers at govt schools

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:44 pm

Devotees from AP, Karnataka Throng Hemavathi for Unique Sambrani Ritual

Devotees from various parts of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh thronged to Hemavathi to take part in the celebrations

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

Youth held for making risky reel on railway bridge

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:30 pm

BJP vs Rahul Gandhi: Karnataka High Court quashes ruling party's case against Congress leader

The Karnataka High Court has dismissed a defamation case against Rahul Gandhi. The case was filed by the BJP over a Congress campaign. The court stated continuing the proceedings would be an abuse of law. Rahul Gandhi had reposted campaign material on social media. This campaign targeted the then BJP government with allegations of corruption.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

SWR rides steel sector rebound with record freight load

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:27 pm

Hebbalkar inaugurates Akka Pade in Bgavi

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:26 pm

Media fraternity pays tributes to Ramiah

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 11:14 pm

Indias first private sector helicopter final assembly line inaugurated near Kolar in Karnataka

The facility in Vemagal in Kolar district of Karnataka, is Indias first private-sector helicopter Final Assembly Line for the Airbus H125

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 11:10 pm

India, France boost defence, innovation ties; announce 'special global partnership'

The move aims to deepen cooperation in defence, innovation, trade, technology and people-to-people exchanges. Key outcomes include the inauguration of the H125 helicopter final assembly line in Karnataka, renewed defence cooperation, and a joint venture.

IBTimes 17 Feb 2026 10:54 pm

Railway projects worth Rs 53,000 cr underway in Karnataka, says MoS Somanna

Karnataka's railway infrastructure development is set to accelerate with a Rs 7748 crore allocation in the Union Budget. Over Rs 52,000 crore worth of projects are already underway. Four express trains now stop at Nayandahalli station, a long-awaited convenience for locals. A Mega Coaching Terminal is planned for Yelahanka, poised to be the nation's largest.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 9:44 pm

Campaign for Rohith Act demands enactment of Bill in upcoming Budget session

They also urged the government to release the draft Rohith Vemula Act for public consultation and announce a clear timeline for its introduction and passage in the Legislative Assembly

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 9:36 pm

Silk Board double-decker flyover ramps set for February completion

The 5.12-km double-decker flyover, constructed by BMRCL at an estimated cost of 449 crore, was envisioned as a transformative project to streamline vehicular movement at one of citys most notorious traffic bottlenecks

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 9:24 pm

Paper leak cases: High vigil for SSLC and II PUC exams

The II PUC annual exam-1 will be held from February 28, while SSLC exam-1 will be held from March 18

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 9:20 pm

Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar seeks audit of voter name deletion in Greater Bengaluru Area

Karnataka Congress chief DK Shivakumar has formally complained about large-scale voter deletions in Greater Bangalore Area. He has urged the state election commission to conduct a comprehensive audit of these deletions. Shivakumar seeks the restoration of all eligible voters who were wrongly removed. He also wants to ensure families are not split across different polling booths.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 9:03 pm

All Cong. leaders will accept high commands decision on leadership change: Minister

It is wrong to discuss the issue now, says Laxmi Hebbalkar

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 8:56 pm

NPCIL 2026 admit cards released, CBT to begin March 7 across Karnataka: Check direct link to download hall tickets here

The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited has released admit cards for the Kaiga Site recruitment exam 2026, with Computer Based Tests starting on March7. Candidates applying for technical and administrative posts can download hall tickets from the official NPCIL careers portal. Exams will be held across Karnataka in multiple phases, covering posts like Stipendiary Trainee, Scientific AssistantB, Technician, Assistant Grade1, and NurseA.

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 8:29 pm

Karnataka power tussle | Decision taken, CM Siddaramaiah will reveal it himself: D K Shivakumar - Deccan Herald

Karnataka power tussle | Decision taken, CM Siddaramaiah will reveal it himself: D K Shivakumar Deccan Herald

Google News 17 Feb 2026 8:11 pm

Deve Gowdas term in Rajya Sabha coming to an end in June sets off speculation over future of his six-decade politics

The Janata Dal (Secular) supremo and the lone member from his party in the Rajya Sabha, is set to end his term and the regional party does not have the numbers to secure his re-election

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 8:09 pm

Priyank Kharge and industry leaders continue to spar over Minister attaching communal tag to coastal belt

There is no progress on the ground on LEAP initiative announced by the government five months ago: Rohit Bhat, lead anchor, Mangaluru cluster of the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:57 pm

India, France Forge Special Global Strategic Partnership To Counter Global Turbulence

New Delhi/Mumbai, Feb 17: India and France on Tuesday elevated their relations to a special global strategic partnership and vowed to boost cooperation in key sectors of defence, trade and critical minerals with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron describing the bilateral ties as a force for global stability in the face of increasing geopolitical turbulence. The two leaders, following their talks in Mumbai, also virtually inaugurated an assembly line in Karnatakas Vemagal to build Airbus H125 [] The post India, France Forge Special Global Strategic Partnership To Counter Global Turbulence appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 17 Feb 2026 7:54 pm

Sri Vishwaradhya Temple fair from Sunday

The four-day annual fair will conclude on February 25

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:46 pm

KCCI submits pre-Budget suggestions to CM

Karnatak Chamber of Commerce and Industry urges the govt. to focus on North Karnatakas holistic development with focus on the twin cities

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:46 pm

Kuvempu University V-C expresses concern over decrease in fellowships for research in universities

Sharath Ananthamurthy praises Kerala, says that despite all the problems, it has invested in higher education and research

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:21 pm

Mysuru: Defective silencers seized by city police crushed under road roller

The city police say the defective silencers that had been confiscated during the inspections conducted last month were legally destroyed.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 7:09 pm

Coastal Karnataka row: Ministers spar over investment climate remarks

Remarks by Karnataka IT Minister Priyank Kharge on communal tensions in coastal Karnataka triggered a political and industry backlash, even as Home Minister G Parameshwara called the region peaceful and investment-ready and business leaders defended its growth story.

The Hindu Businessline 17 Feb 2026 7:06 pm

Police arrest seven in three cases, recover property worth 26 lakh

The arrests have been made in connection with robbery and house burglary cases in the University and Ashok Nagar police limits

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 6:58 pm

Government is not bearing expenses of foreign trip taken by Congress legislators, says Yathindra

The Congress MLC says there is no reason to object to the trip since the legislators are paying for it themselves, adding that he understands it to be a study tour.

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 6:56 pm

Karnataka Minister Mahadevappas dog remark sparks row; loyal Congress leaders are not street dogs, says D.K. Suresh

A staunch Congressman is like a dog that remembers the debt of its owner and pays it back: D.K. Suresh

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 6:55 pm

Armed men posing as cops loot cash, gold from realtors house in broad daylight

The incident occurred when 53-year-old Hombale Gowda was at home with his wife, Mangalamma and their two-and-a-half-year-old grandson

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 6:48 pm

Karnataka HC quashes BJP's defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

The case was filed in 2023, when BJP was in power in Karnataka, following a corruption rate card published by the then opposition Congress to claim large scale irregularities prevailing in the state under the saffron party's rule.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 6:32 pm

Tata-Airbus aircraft: Modi, Macron unveil the final assembly line of H-125 helicopters in Karnataka

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron virtually inaugurated India's first private sector helicopter final assembly line for H-125 helicopters. Built jointly by Tata Advanced Systems Limited and Airbus in Karnataka, this facility signifies a deepening strategic partnership and advancement in India's aerospace manufacturing capabilities. French Defence Minister Catherine Vautrin attended the inauguration program.

The Economic Times 17 Feb 2026 5:27 pm

Karnataka: Women Flock KSIC Outlet As Only 40 Sarees Are Up For Grabs

However, not all who wait in long queues end up buying their favorite silk sarees. Some eager to buy their favourite sarees have to drop their idea of buying their saree over an expensive price tag as Mysuru Silk sarees start with a price tag of Rs 25,000 and above

Deccan Chronicle 17 Feb 2026 4:44 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes defamation proceedings against Rahul Gandhi

The Karnataka High Court has set aside criminal defamation proceedings initiated against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, holding that allowing the case to continue would amount to an abuse of the process of law. The case stemmed from campaign material circulated during the 2023 Karnataka Assembly elections, in which the Congress party had referred to allegations [] The post Karnataka High Court quashes defamation proceedings against Rahul Gandhi appeared first on India Legal .

indialegallive 17 Feb 2026 3:02 pm

Meet The Tricolour Crab: New Species Discovered In Karnataka Forests

Beat Forester Gopal Naik noted that the crab is typically found at elevations between 500 and 600 metres above sea level and is confined to an area of approximately 24 sq kms.

News18 17 Feb 2026 2:49 pm

Karnataka High Court quashes BJPs defamation case against Rahul Gandhi

The case was filed for allegedly issuing defamatory advertisements in mainstream newspapers against the then BJP government during the campaign for the State Legislative Assembly elections in 2023

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:38 pm

Bengaluru shocker: Robbers in police uniform flee with Rs 20 lakh cash, gold from realtor; couple gagged at knifepoint

Two robbers, disguised in police uniforms, entered a Byadarahalli residence and robbed a civil contractor-cum-realtor of Rs 20 lakhs in cash and approximately 500 grams of gold. The duo threatened the occupants with knives but did not harm the child present. They also took mobile phones and the CCTV DVR before fleeing.

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 12:39 pm

Karnataka Class 10 Boy Dies After Jumping From Third Floor Of School Hostel

CCTV footage showed the boy walking near the hostel railing, standing there for a few moments and then jumping.

News18 17 Feb 2026 11:19 am

Bengaluru is crown jewel of IndiaUS partnership: Tejasvi Surya after late-night auto ride with US envoy

US Ambassador Sergio Gor visited Bengaluru, calling it the crown jewel of the India-US partnership after an auto-rickshaw ride and discussions with Tejasvi Surya. Earlier, Gor and Admiral Paparo met with Indian Army officials to discuss strategic security dynamics and strengthen the US-India defense partnership for a safe Indo-Pacific.

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 11:13 am

Work on three rural health facilities in Belagavi district launched by Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao

Karnataka is in forefront of healthcare, says Minister

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:52 am

Congress SC Morcha stages protest against VB-G RAM G Act in Belagavi district of Karnataka

Congress members demand resumption of MGNREGA scheme

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:40 am

National Woman Thinkers conference in Delhi on March 7-8, webinar series in north Karnataka from February 21-26

Participants would deliberate on various issues and the resolutions emerging from these discussions will be submitted to the Union Government

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:18 am

Free health camp by United Hospital in Kalaburagi to celebrate anniversary on February 18

The management stated that the anniversary health camp forms part of its ongoing efforts to promote preventive healthcare and early diagnosis among people

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 10:09 am

Hampi rape-murder case: Trio sentenced to death for raping Israeli tourist and her host, killing guide in Karnataka

In a landmark ruling, a Karnataka court has sentenced three individuals to death for the heinous gang rape of an Israeli tourist alongside an Indian woman, as well as the murder of a man from Odisha last year. The presiding judge classified the crime as the 'rarest of rare,' affirming that the prosecution presented irrefutable evidence of their guilt.

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 5:41 am

Private schools in Karnataka decline by 4% in 5 years

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 1:59 am

India, France to hold sixth annual defence dialogue on February 17

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will co-chair the meeting with Minister for Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs of France Catherine Vautrin during which they will review the bilateral defence cooperation, with focus on expanding industrial collaboration

The Hindu 17 Feb 2026 1:58 am

e-attendance must for students from 2026-27

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 1:45 am

Blackspots down by a quarter across Bengaluru in 6 months

The Times of India 17 Feb 2026 1:39 am